At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and manage production in a dynamic powder coating facility.
- Company: Inpact Powder Coating, a top manufacturer on the Sunshine Coast.
- Benefits: Supportive team environment with opportunities for leadership and growth.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team that values excellence and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a hands-on role while ensuring quality and safety.
- Qualifications: Experience in production management, ideally in powder coating or manufacturing.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Inpact Powder Coating is a Sunshine Coast based manufacturer delivering high-quality powder coating for commercial, residential and industrial projects. We pride ourselves on consistent finishes, reliable turnaround times and a team that genuinely works together. We're looking for an experienced Production Manager to take the reins on the shop floor.
The Role
Reporting to the General Manager, you'll oversee day-to-day production across our powder coating facility, keeping work flowing, quality high and the team safe. This is a hands‐on leadership role for someone who's just as comfortable walking the line as they are planning the week ahead.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and schedule production to meet customer deadlines and maximise line efficiency
- Lead, motivate and develop the production team, including rostering and training
- Maintain quality standards across pre-treatment, coating and curing processes
- Ensure compliance with WHS requirements and drive a strong safety culture
- Monitor production KPIs, identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement
- Coordinate with sales, estimating and dispatch to manage priorities and lead times
- Oversee maintenance of equipment, ovens and booths to minimise downtime
- Manage stock levels of powders and consumables, liaising with suppliers as needed
About You
- Proven experience in a production or operations management role, ideally in powder coating, surface finishing or metal manufacturing
- Strong understanding of powder coating processes, pre-treatment and quality control
- Confident leader with the ability to get the best out of a team
- Excellent planning and problem-solving skills, calm under pressure
- Solid knowledge of WHS obligations in a manufacturing environment
- Good computer skills (production scheduling or ERP systems an advantage)
What's On Offer
A key leadership role with genuine input into how the operation runs. Supportive management and a team that values getting it right.
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